PICTURES: St. Luke's is using medical scribes

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Medical Scribe Carolynn Harbison,left, listens as Dr. Meena Agarwala, MD,FACP, speaks about her experience using a medial scribe and why she thinks having one is a benefit. The rise of electronic health records has led some doctors to utilize a medial scribe in their practice. The medical scribe takes down notes during the doctors consults with patients, allowing the doctor to spend more time with the patient.

Dr. Meena Agarwala, MD,FACP, speaks about her experience using a medial scribe and why she thinks having one is a benefit. The rise of electronic health records has led some doctors to utilize a medial scribe in their practice. The medical scribe takes down notes during the doctors consults with patients, allowing the doctor to spend more time with the patient.

PHOTO GALLERY: Dr. Meena Agarwala, MD, FACP, speaks about her experience using a medical scribe and why she thinks having one is a benefit. The rise of electronic health records has led some doctors to utilize a medical scribe in their practice. The medical scribe takes down notes during the doctor's consultations with patients, allowing the doctor to spend more time with the patient.